What is the cheapest way to get from Ulm to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Ulm to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €20 - €35 and takes 4h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ulm to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Ulm to Cologne is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs €65 - €130.

Is there a direct bus between Ulm and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Ulm to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Ulm and arriving at Bonn UN Campus via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Ulm and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ulm Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Ulm to Cologne?

The distance between Ulm and Cologne is 435 km. The road distance is 440.4 km.

How do I travel from Ulm to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Ulm to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs €65 - €130.

How long does it take to get from Ulm to Cologne?

The train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf takes 3h 18m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Ulm to Cologne bus from?

Ulm to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Ulm station.

Where do I catch the Ulm to Cologne train from?

Ulm to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Ulm Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Ulm to Cologne?

The best way to get from Ulm to Cologne is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs €65 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €70 and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Ulm to Cologne bus arrive?

Ulm to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bonn UN Campus station.

Where does the Ulm to Cologne train arrive?

Ulm to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Ulm to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Ulm to Cologne is 440 km. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Ulm to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Ulm to Cologne?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Ulm to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1822+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Ulm to Cologne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Ulm and Cologne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 7 ways to get from Ulm to Cologne by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 42 / ...
3h 18m
€65–130
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Ulm to Colognerideshare 440 km
4h 46m
€20–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ulm to Bonn UN Campusbus N93
6h 31m
€42–65
Train, train to Munich International Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Pasingtrain
2. Take the train from Pasing to Flughafen Münchentrain
3. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane MUC - CGN
4h 42m
€117–298
Drive 440.4 km
1. Drive from Ulm to Colognecar 440.4 km
4h 10m
€80–115
Train, train to Munich International Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Pasingtrain
2. Take the train from Pasing to Flughafen Münchentrain
3. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane MUC - DUS
5h 11m
€116–300
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FRA - DUS
4h 44m
€130–275

Ulm to Cologne by train

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Distance: 434.9 km
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Ulm, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf every 2 hours. Tickets cost €65–130 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Ulm to Bonn UN Campus 5 times a week. Tickets cost €35–60 and the journey takes 6h.

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